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Post a volunteer opportunity

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Accessing VOLY

ACCESS VOLY

bull Go to https(mydistrict)volyorg

LOG IN TO YOUR SCHOOL ACCOUNT

bull Click on lsquoLoginrsquo and select lsquoSchoolsrsquo

bull Enter your email address and your private password

bull Click Log In

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Accessing VOLY

ACCESS VOLY

bull Go to https(mydistrict)volyorg

LOG IN TO YOUR SCHOOL ACCOUNT

bull Click on lsquoLoginrsquo and select lsquoSchoolsrsquo

bull Enter your email address and your private password

bull Click Log In

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Create an Opportunity

Use this feature to create an accurate attractive and compelling postings for perspective volunteers

Click lsquoCreate an Opportunityrsquo from your school dashboard

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Create an Opportunity

VOLY has a template for you to create an opportunity with a simple 5-step process

Fun FactDallas ISD

averaged 100 volunteer hours

for every opportunity they posted in 2017

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Get Started Creating an Opportunity

Step 1

Give it a name and tell us who is in charge

ndash Think of the opportunity name as a headline to attract the attention of perspective volunteers

ndash Select a contact person from those listed or create a new contact

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Type of Opportunity

Step 2 Type of opportunity Date and Location

Please select the type of opportunity

bull A single event typically occurs over 1-2 consecutive days

bull A repeating event re-occurs on select days or dates over a period of weeks or months

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Opportunity Date(s)

When do you need your volunteers

bull Enter a start date for volunteers

bull If the opportunity repeats in lsquoRepeats Untilrsquo enter an end date no more than 120 days from your start date

bull Select Repeats Weekly (on select days) or Monthly (on select dates)

bull Repeat every How frequently does this opportunity repeat

bull Repeats on check the days this opportunity occurs

Fun FactIt is easier to get new volunteers to commit for a month or a semester

rather than a full yearOnce they are on-board most will

continue to volunteer

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Shifts

bull Select Yes or No if you need shifts

ndash You have the option to name Roles for this task ndash for example Hall Monitor

ndash Indicate the startend times volunteers are needed and number of volunteers requested

ndash You may Add Another Time Slot by clicking on button

ndash Select the length of time for each shift if Adding Multiple Times

ndash You may add another role if needed by clicking the button

ndash Click Save amp Continue button when finished

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Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

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Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

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Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

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Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

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Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

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Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

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Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

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Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

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Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

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Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

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Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

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Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

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Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

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Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

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Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

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Create an Opportunity

VOLY has a template for you to create an opportunity with a simple 5-step process

Fun FactDallas ISD

averaged 100 volunteer hours

for every opportunity they posted in 2017

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Get Started Creating an Opportunity

Step 1

Give it a name and tell us who is in charge

ndash Think of the opportunity name as a headline to attract the attention of perspective volunteers

ndash Select a contact person from those listed or create a new contact

copycopy

Type of Opportunity

Step 2 Type of opportunity Date and Location

Please select the type of opportunity

bull A single event typically occurs over 1-2 consecutive days

bull A repeating event re-occurs on select days or dates over a period of weeks or months

copycopy

Opportunity Date(s)

When do you need your volunteers

bull Enter a start date for volunteers

bull If the opportunity repeats in lsquoRepeats Untilrsquo enter an end date no more than 120 days from your start date

bull Select Repeats Weekly (on select days) or Monthly (on select dates)

bull Repeat every How frequently does this opportunity repeat

bull Repeats on check the days this opportunity occurs

Fun FactIt is easier to get new volunteers to commit for a month or a semester

rather than a full yearOnce they are on-board most will

continue to volunteer

copycopy

Shifts

bull Select Yes or No if you need shifts

ndash You have the option to name Roles for this task ndash for example Hall Monitor

ndash Indicate the startend times volunteers are needed and number of volunteers requested

ndash You may Add Another Time Slot by clicking on button

ndash Select the length of time for each shift if Adding Multiple Times

ndash You may add another role if needed by clicking the button

ndash Click Save amp Continue button when finished

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Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

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Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

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Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Get Started Creating an Opportunity

Step 1

Give it a name and tell us who is in charge

ndash Think of the opportunity name as a headline to attract the attention of perspective volunteers

ndash Select a contact person from those listed or create a new contact

copycopy

Type of Opportunity

Step 2 Type of opportunity Date and Location

Please select the type of opportunity

bull A single event typically occurs over 1-2 consecutive days

bull A repeating event re-occurs on select days or dates over a period of weeks or months

copycopy

Opportunity Date(s)

When do you need your volunteers

bull Enter a start date for volunteers

bull If the opportunity repeats in lsquoRepeats Untilrsquo enter an end date no more than 120 days from your start date

bull Select Repeats Weekly (on select days) or Monthly (on select dates)

bull Repeat every How frequently does this opportunity repeat

bull Repeats on check the days this opportunity occurs

Fun FactIt is easier to get new volunteers to commit for a month or a semester

rather than a full yearOnce they are on-board most will

continue to volunteer

copycopy

Shifts

bull Select Yes or No if you need shifts

ndash You have the option to name Roles for this task ndash for example Hall Monitor

ndash Indicate the startend times volunteers are needed and number of volunteers requested

ndash You may Add Another Time Slot by clicking on button

ndash Select the length of time for each shift if Adding Multiple Times

ndash You may add another role if needed by clicking the button

ndash Click Save amp Continue button when finished

copycopy

Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Type of Opportunity

Step 2 Type of opportunity Date and Location

Please select the type of opportunity

bull A single event typically occurs over 1-2 consecutive days

bull A repeating event re-occurs on select days or dates over a period of weeks or months

copycopy

Opportunity Date(s)

When do you need your volunteers

bull Enter a start date for volunteers

bull If the opportunity repeats in lsquoRepeats Untilrsquo enter an end date no more than 120 days from your start date

bull Select Repeats Weekly (on select days) or Monthly (on select dates)

bull Repeat every How frequently does this opportunity repeat

bull Repeats on check the days this opportunity occurs

Fun FactIt is easier to get new volunteers to commit for a month or a semester

rather than a full yearOnce they are on-board most will

continue to volunteer

copycopy

Shifts

bull Select Yes or No if you need shifts

ndash You have the option to name Roles for this task ndash for example Hall Monitor

ndash Indicate the startend times volunteers are needed and number of volunteers requested

ndash You may Add Another Time Slot by clicking on button

ndash Select the length of time for each shift if Adding Multiple Times

ndash You may add another role if needed by clicking the button

ndash Click Save amp Continue button when finished

copycopy

Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Opportunity Date(s)

When do you need your volunteers

bull Enter a start date for volunteers

bull If the opportunity repeats in lsquoRepeats Untilrsquo enter an end date no more than 120 days from your start date

bull Select Repeats Weekly (on select days) or Monthly (on select dates)

bull Repeat every How frequently does this opportunity repeat

bull Repeats on check the days this opportunity occurs

Fun FactIt is easier to get new volunteers to commit for a month or a semester

rather than a full yearOnce they are on-board most will

continue to volunteer

copycopy

Shifts

bull Select Yes or No if you need shifts

ndash You have the option to name Roles for this task ndash for example Hall Monitor

ndash Indicate the startend times volunteers are needed and number of volunteers requested

ndash You may Add Another Time Slot by clicking on button

ndash Select the length of time for each shift if Adding Multiple Times

ndash You may add another role if needed by clicking the button

ndash Click Save amp Continue button when finished

copycopy

Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Shifts

bull Select Yes or No if you need shifts

ndash You have the option to name Roles for this task ndash for example Hall Monitor

ndash Indicate the startend times volunteers are needed and number of volunteers requested

ndash You may Add Another Time Slot by clicking on button

ndash Select the length of time for each shift if Adding Multiple Times

ndash You may add another role if needed by clicking the button

ndash Click Save amp Continue button when finished

copycopy

Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Custom Shifts

bull NOTE You also have the option to lsquoRemove Shiftrsquo

bull Add Time Slot allows you to add irregular or overlapping shifts

bull Add Multiple Times divides your role into even shifts thoughout the indicated time

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Opportunity Details ndash Assigning Hours

How will hours be assigned

bull Auto Assign Hours makes it easy to report hours for assignments with a standard schedule use this feature to save steps when reporting hours

bull Check in and Out allows you to easily vary the number of hours worked for each volunteer use this only for irregular shifts or special assignments

Where will they go to volunteer

bull Click on a preset location for this volunteer opportunity or

bull Create a new location

bull Click lsquoSave and Continuersquo

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Opportunity Cause

What cause will this opportunity effect

bull Identifying a cause makes it easier for volunteer to find your opportunity

bull Please select 1 or 2 causes or sub-causes for this opportunity from the drop-down list of options

Volunteers sayI like being able to easily find the

tasks where I want to serve

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Project Briefing

bull This short introduction is the first thing volunteer will see about your opportunity

bull Simply start typing to replace the prompt and enter your information in the text block

bull Use this to grab their attention and help them see if they are a good fit for this opportunity

bull It is helpful to state the impact or outcome this work will provide

Volunteers sayldquoI want to make a difference Tell

me how this task will help me help

childrenrdquo

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

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Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

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Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

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Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

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Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Add Documents

bull To help you manage your volunteers you can upload documents needed for this specific volunteer opportunity for example a chaperone form or a photo release

bull Commonly used documents will be pre-loaded by the district so that you can us the drop-down arrow to find and select the one(s) you need

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Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

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Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Full Description

bull Use the full description to convey expectations and requirement for this volunteer opportunity

bull Good descriptions help volunteers identify if they are a good fit for your needs

bull Describe what the volunteer will be doing and why it is important

bull Also include any volunteer requirements or restrictions

bull You have plenty of room to include how this work will impact your students and your cause

bull Use the link icon to hyperlink to additional helpful documents or information

bull Please review to be sure your description is accurate and complete with proper spelling and grammar

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

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Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Opportunity Picture

bull Upload a photo graphic or your school icon to attract volunteers to this opportunity

bull Select a photo or clipart that will draw attention to you post and help volunteers visualize the work required

bull There are many free graphics available on-line For example you can type a key word into Google then select Images Just be sure images are not copyrighted or that you have permission to use them

Fun FactPosting with good graphics

attract more volunteers

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Volunteer Approval

Determine if you want to vet every volunteer for this role

bull Use Auto Approve Volunteer for tasks that do not require special skills or specific training As soon as the volunteer expresses interest they will be automatically notified that they are approved to volunteer

bull Use Must Approve Volunteer for roles that require special skills or training The volunteer will not be notified to volunteer until you approve them

Fun FactYou can save time by

auto approving volunteers for routine tasks

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Volunteer Skill Level

Determine which type of volunteers general vs specific skills are appropriate for this opportunity

bull If you are seeking skilled volunteers select a maximum of two to three skills that are most relevant to this opportunity

bull To attract the volunteers you need each skilled position should have its own posting Avoid lsquolumpingrsquo multiple needs into one posting

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Appropriate Volunteers

Who is this opportunity appropriate for

bull Please select the individuals and or groups that are the best fit for this opportunity

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Individual Volunteers

Opportunities where one person can contribute alone or as part of a group Tutors mentors and administrative work are common individual opportunities

bull Youth indicates individual young people age 13 and up working under your supervision

bull Adults are individuals 18 and older They are often a good match for evening and weekend opportunities

bull Seniors are individuals age 65+ Seniors may be retired so they can be a good match for your daytime needs on weekdays

bull Interns are often students seeking specific work experience to complement their studies This is often a specific project with a beginning middle and end You should be prepared to provide every intern with the time attention and rich experience to prepare them for a career in your field and provide flexible hours to accommodate their school schedule

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

Opportunities where several people can work together at the same time and location to accomplish a task Special events and one-day projects can be excellent group opportunities Your opportunity description should indicate the minimum number of people needed for the project as well as the maximum group size you can accommodate

bull Family groups are typically parents and children working together These opportunities should include well planned activities to engage children in safe and meaningful ways Some schools benefit from families with children ages 4 and up Please indicate a minimum age for these volunteers in your opportunity description

bull Youth Groups are often groups of elementary middle-school or high-school students with some level of adult supervision Please include minimum age for participants and the youth-to-adult ratio you expect the group to provide

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Groups of Volunteers

bull Corporate groups often use volunteer projects as team-building opportunities These groups can be small or very large and often have a budget to help provide supplies andor refreshments

bull Civic groups may be associations clubs or special interest groups that have a passion for your cause Take the opportunity to inform them of additional ways the can support your school individually or together

bull Community groups often share a common bond Encourage them to continue their engagement by making sure they understand how meaningful their volunteer work is to your school and your students

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Preview

22

bull lsquoPreview Opportunityrsquo allows you to see your opportunity just as volunteer will see it before you click lsquoPublishrsquo

bull Preview opens in a new screen Close that screen to return to your opportunity to make edits or to publish

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school

copycopy

Publish

23

bull As soon as you complete the required information and click lsquoPublish Opportunityrsquo this opportunity will be visible to volunteers in VOLY It will also appear in searches related to cause or key words listed in your opportunity title or description

bull Each volunteer opportunity you publish will have a unique URL You can share the link on your web site or in social media to send interested volunteers to your VOLY posting to express interest in your opportunity

Volunteers sayI definitely notice when

postings have mis-spelled words or grammatical errors

especially if it is from my childrsquos school